Although a disturbing video of a violent altercation at Paris High School has begun circulating on social media, Paris ISD has reassured that the incident, which occurred on Wednesday, is being thoroughly investigated and that appropriate disciplinary actions will be taken.
“Due to privacy laws, we cannot share specific disciplinary outcomes, but appropriate actions will be taken in accordance with district and state regulations,” said Paris ISD Assistant Superintendent Gary Preston. “Under Chapter 37 of the Texas Education Code, students charged with aggravated assault may face expulsion.”
The attack, seemingly planned with bystanders ready to film, shows the suspect approaching the victim from behind, dragging her to the ground, and repeatedly striking her face while holding her hair.
“We do not condone this type of behavior and want to reassure our community that our staff are trained to respond promptly to such situations. We continue to review our safety protocols to ensure our campuses remain secure and provide a supportive environment for learning.”
Preston added that following the incident, adults quickly responded, offered assistance, and checked for injuries.
“We want to remind students that if they witness concerning behavior or are concerned about their own safety, they should report it immediately to an adult, school counselor, or administrator. We remain committed to ensuring all students feel safe and supported when they come to school.”
